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Books, Coffee, and stuff
Damilare Kuku's Women Rent Men and Secrets Here is the October read, with a coffee pairing, book club questions and what to read next.
Ara Ikoyi has three bestsellers behind her and no new story, until her neighbour Juicy Mbelu is accused of killing her sugar daddy. Juicy will only talk if Ara trades secrets with the women of their Lagos estate and tells the story exactly as it is. But are some secrets too deadly to uncover? Pour a cup and join us for the new novel from Damilare Kuku, the bestselling author of Nearly All the Men in Lagos Are Mad.
In Focus- Leadership and Impact
Sylvia Mulinge is setting the standard for Corporate Success
Africa's top executive and CEO of MTN Uganda, Sylvia Mulinge, is at the forefront of supporting women in leadership positions throughout the corporate world.
The impact of ‘Bad Girl’ Millie Odhiambo in Kenyan Politics
Millie Odhiambo, often referred to as the 'Bad Girl' of Kenyan politics, has emerged as a formidable force in the country's political landscape.
Navigating the Leadership Landscape: What Women Need, According to Dr. Judy Dlamini
Wits University's Chancellor and Businesswoman Dr. Judy Dlamini, shares her journey to becoming a top voice in academia and business.
Career and Business
Navigating workplace bullies as a black woman in the corporate environment
According to the Workplace Bullying Institute, more than a third of employees have encountered workplace bullying during their professional tenure.
Advocacy & Research Spotlight
SDG 4: Quality Education | STEM for African Women
The InnovateHER Project equips young women with mentorship, workshops, and a STEM guide to pursue careers in STEM.
SDG 5: Gender Equality | Equal Pay & Economic Empowerment
The #ValueHerWork Campaign highlights pay transparency and gender equity, empowering African women to earn fair wages.
SDG 3: Good Health & Wellbeing | Ending Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions | Women in High-Conflict Zones
The Foundations of Truth Toolkit guides youth, educators, and communities to challenge FGM, protect girls’ rights, and promote cultural awareness.
SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions | Women in High-Conflict Zones
SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions | Women in High-Conflict Zones
SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions | Women in High-Conflict Zones
#FightForHER amplifies the voices of women in conflict zones, highlighting their resilience, leadership, and fight for rights across Sudan and the DRC.
SDG 5: Quality Education | Ending Child Marriages
SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions | Women in High-Conflict Zones
SDG 5: Quality Education | Ending Child Marriages
#MyFutureMyChoice fights child marriage in Africa, empowering girls to claim their rights, pursue education, and decide their own futures.
Women's Health
Understanding PCOS - The Hidden Epidemic Impacting Women Around the Globe
While the exact cause of PCOS remains unknown, the condition is characterized by primary disruptions in the release of hormones that control the menstrual cycle.